Herb companion planting

Everyone always talks about companion planting of this and that vegetable or edible flowers but what about the under discussed herbs.  Without that tarragon, garlic sage or basil were would the flavors that make food savory, spicy and delicious be?

Partnering herbs with those vegetables that always steal the limelight will provide that the highest honor of supporting herb bestowed upon it.  Here is our list of herb companion plantings of some of the most common and some of the less common.

Let us know if there is others that can be added!

Basil
In the garden: Plant with tomatoes. Repels flies and mosquitoes.

Rosemary
In the garden: Plant near cabbage, beans, carrots, and sage. Deters cabbage moth, bean beetles, and carrot fly.

Parsley
In the garden: Plant near asparagus, corn, and tomatoes.

Oregano
In the garden: Good companion to all vegetables.




Mint
In the garden: Plant near cabbage and tomatoes. Deters white cabbage moth.

Marjoram
In the garden: Good companion to all vegetables.

Dill
In the garden: Plant with cabbages. Keep away from carrots.

Chives
In the garden: Plant with carrots.

Tarragon
In the garden: Good companion to most vegetables.

Thyme
In the garden: Plant near cabbage. Deters cabbage worm.

Sage

Sage
In the garden: Plant near rosemary, cabbage, and carrots; away from cucumbers. Deters cabbage moth and carrot fly.

Borage

Borage
In the garden: Plant with tomatoes, squash, and strawberries. Deters tomato worm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lovage
In the garden: Plant here and there to improve the health and flavor of other plants.

Anise
In the garden: Plant with coriander, which promotes its germination and growth.

Caraway
In the garden: Plant here and there. Loosens soil.

Chervil
In the garden: Plant with radishes.

Fennel
In the garden: Plant away from other herbs and vegetables.

Garlic
In the garden: Plant near roses and raspberries. Deters Japanese beetle.

Summer Savory
In the garden: Plant with beans and onions to improve growth and flavor.